Upper Klamath Refuge was established in 1928 and is comprised of
15,000 acres of mostly freshwater marsh and open water. These habitats serve as excellent
nesting and brood rearing areas for waterfowl and colonial nesting birds including
American white pelican and several heron species. Bald eagle and osprey nest nearby and
can sometimes be seen fishing in Refuge waters. A boat is a must for those who wish to
explore this refuge. A marked canoe trail is open year round and canoes may be rented
nearby.

Refuge Objectives:

Manage for the conservation and recovery
of endangered, threatened, sensitive species and the habitats on which they depend.

Provide and enhance habitat for fall and spring migrant waterfowl.

Protect native habitats and wildlife representative of the natural biological
diversity of the Klamath Basin.

Integrate the maintenance of productive wetland habitats and sustainable
agriculture.

Provide high quality wildlife-dependent visitor services.

Significant Species:

American bald eagle

American white pelican

Osprey

Canada goose

Pintail, mallard, gadwall, canvasback

Western & eared grebes

Black tern

Great blue heron

Great egret, snowy egret

Lost River sucker
endangered

Short nosed sucker
endangered

Current Issues of Concern:

Loss of wetlands. The Klamath Basin has
lost 80% of its original wetlands

Water quality.

Water quantity during drought years (balancing wildlife needs with basin
agricultural demands). Water rights adjudication.

Fun Fact:

A boat is essential to visit this refuge.
A marked canoe trail is open all year.